Bridget Bergin

Bridget Bergin, a senior political correspondent for WNYC and Gothamist, joins fellow reporters Clayton Guse and David Brand to talk about a shocking investigation into Mayor Adams's re-election campaign. They uncover evidence of fake signatures submitted to get him on the ballot, raising serious questions about electoral integrity. The discussion highlights deceptive collection tactics, issues with voter registration, and the broader implications of these findings for trust in the election process.

Bridget Bergin, WNYC's senior political correspondent, and Reuven Blau, a criminal justice reporter for The City, dive into a recent mayoral forum focused on crime and public safety. They dissect the shifting views on policing, revealing a movement from defunding to advocating for more police presence. The conversation highlights the growing challenges at Rikers Island, particularly its role as a mental health facility. Debates on the controversial stop and frisk policy also reveal candidates' differing stances on racial profiling and community safety.